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Electoral System

Electoral System: That part of the electoral law and regulations which determines how parties and candidates are elected to a body as representatives.

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That part of the electoral law and regulations which determines how parties and candidates are elected to a body as representatives. Its three most significant components are the electoral formula, the ballot structure and the district magnitude.

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ACE Electoral Systems Glossary
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